Title: Instamatics 6/14/00 1/1, #34
Guest Author: kimberlite
Archive: Please ask.
Rating: PG
Disclaimer: Todd Haynes, Miramax, etc.
Feedback: Please, to kimberlite@cox.net
Notes: Many thanks to Alex for all her encouragement and for letting me frolic in her playground.

"Curt? Look what I have for you. I know you've been feeling down, but this will perk you up." Brian swept into the bedroom.

"What is it?" Curt asked listlessly.

"Oh, come on. Surely you recognize it, I'm sure you've eaten enough of them," Brian said, proudly displayed his prize.

"Well, it does look kind of familiar." Curt squinted, tilting his head to one side.

"Try not to sound so enthusiastic." Brian stalked closer to Curt.

"It smells good." Curt's mouth began to water and he licked his lips quickly.

"Yes, but it will taste even better. Go ahead, try it, it's for you." Brian smiled, pleased that he could make Curt feel better in this way.

"Bri, I really appreciate what you're trying to do, but I don't think it's going to work." Curt couldn't hide his disappointment.

"What's wrong with it?" Brian was instantly concerned.

"It's limp," Curt said, disgust winning out over disappointment.

"It's supposed to be that way." Brian sounded slightly defensive.

"No, it's not." Curt replied emphatically.

"So you won't even try it? You know you'll like it," Brian cajoled.

"I will, because it was so thoughtful of you, but trust me when I tell you that this is not a real slice of pizza." Curt smiled brightly and dug in.